"Since when did the Bat man need a Cat woman to help?" One of the locals asked in aggravation as he turned and saw his friend eat wall and fall into a senseless heap. He aimed at Hellkitten to try to put a shot into her head.

"Crime-fighting date. Who cares? Kill them both!"

Two of the thugs in suits went flying back into some of their compatriots from the force of the air blast. Some were still on their feet, however. They turned their guns on Vesper and started shooting at him.